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Recipe: Oreo-stuffed chocolate chip spaceship cookies

Who doesn’t love cookies? They’re great with milk, coffee or on their own. Baking cookies is also a great way to spend time with your kids. They can learn the rules of baking and precautions of kitchen safety and you can make great memories with them in the kitchen. If […]

4 ways to have a child and adult-friendly summer party

One of the best parts of summer is the long weekends we get in Canada. From Victoria Day to Labour Day, there’s opportunities for days off to enjoy the sunshine and more time with your friends and family. If you’re like us, you love a good summer barbecue to relax, […]

A playlist to make cleaning fun for kids

This summer, maybe you have your kids at home with you before school starts back up. If you’re like me, you don’t want them to be bored around the house. And with some of the crazy weather Toronto’s been having lately, sometimes going outside isn’t an option. So why not […]

4 fun tips for camping with your family

Hey guys, if you saw my latest Youtube channel post, you know that we spent thee Canada Day long weekend camping…for just one night! It was stressful to prepare so much for such a short trip, but well worth it! There was no greater place to be on that beautiful […]

Why I Changed My Channel Name from My Smart Hands to Laura Berg Life

Some of you have been asking why I changed my Youtube channel name from My Smart Hands to Laura Berg Life and I address that question in this video! Watch the clip to see how I will be keeping up with my company, My Smart Hands, while embracing new and […]

Heathy, last-minute Canada Day party snack

Canada Day is coming up – this birthday it turns the big 151 – and there’s no reason why this year’s celebrations can’t be just as fun as last year. If you’re a parent or teacher and are looking for the perfect way to mark Canada Day with your children, […]

Top 9 tracks for your go-to graduation playlist

June means one thing for parents and kids – school’s out for summer! For some children, it might mean the end of a particular chapter in school: graduation. Weren’t they babies and toddlers just yesterday? We’ve got you covered with a playlist for this momentous occasion. Whether you’re planning a […]

5 reasons your child will benefit from a nature walk

Now that the weather is finally nicer outside, the world of activities to do with your children suddenly opens up to spending a lot more time outdoors! Not only is it great for you, as parents/teachers/adults to get outside, it’s even more beneficial for children to spend as much time […]

Encouraging your child to get out of their comfort zone

Last minute tips for Victoria Day PA day activities

With another hectic Mother’s Day behind you and the family, how did the Victoria Day long weekend creep up so quickly? No one would blame you for not having planned a weekend get away far in advance, what with the ice storm that came to Toronto last month, and the […]